Briogeo · Shampoo
Briogeo Don't Despair Repair! Super Moisture Shampoo
Lower-concern cosmetic; shampoo lacks typical PFAS use-cases, but brand offers no explicit assurance.
Briogeo's shampoo is a liquid cosmetic with no waterproofing, water-resistance treatment, or nonstick coating, the primary drivers of PFAS in consumer products. Standard shampoo formulations rarely require PFAS, though the brand provides no public PFAS policy or testing disclosure. No third-party verification is held.
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aqueous shampoo base with botanical extracts
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
cosmetics is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Don't Despair Repair is a water-based shampoo formulated with botanical extracts (argan oil, coconut oil, keratin) and standard surfactants for cleansing. As a rinse-off product applied briefly to hair and scalp before washing away, systemic absorption is minimal compared to leave-on cosmetics. The aqueous base means no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) off-gas from the product itself, unlike some dry shampoos or aerosol formats.
The brand's record and disclosure
Briogeo markets itself as a clean beauty brand and has published ingredient transparency on its website. The brand does not explicitly state PFAS-free status or hold third-party certifications like EWG Verified or USDA Organic, though it avoids many flagged ingredients (parabens, sulfates, silicones). No recalls or safety controversies are on record for this specific product or the brand related to heavy metals, allergens, or preservative hazards.
How it compares in its category
This shampoo sits in the mid-premium conventional segment: cleaner formulation than mass-market drugstore brands but less regulated than certified organic alternatives. Botanical-extract shampoos in this price range typically carry similar risk profiles. The lack of sodium lauryl sulfate and the inclusion of plant-derived moisturizers are standard marketing points rather than differentiators that reduce chemical hazards.
If you buy it
Use as directed: apply to damp hair, lather, rinse thoroughly. No special storage precautions needed beyond keeping the bottle upright and sealed. Discontinue use if scalp irritation develops, though sensitization risk is low for rinse-off products. Replace when empty; unopened bottles are shelf-stable for years if kept cool and dry.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Fragrance allergens
Product contains fragrance (undisclosed blend); botanical extracts and fragrance compounds can trigger contact dermatitis or scalp sensitivity in susceptible individuals. Briogeo does not list individual fragrance constituents, making patch-testing difficult.
1,4-dioxane (processing contaminant)
Surfactants in shampoos can harbor trace 1,4-dioxane as a byproduct of ethoxylation. No testing or disclosure from Briogeo is on record for this product; risk is inherent to the material class but unverified for this specific formulation.
Heavy metals in botanical extracts
Botanical ingredients (argan, coconut, keratin) may concentrate trace cadmium or lead depending on soil sourcing. Briogeo does not publish heavy-metal testing data; risk is low for rinse-off use but unquantified.
Preservative safety (methylisothiazolinone or similar)
Aqueous shampoos require preservatives to prevent bacterial growth; specific preservatives are not disclosed on typical product labels. Contact dermatitis has been reported with some modern preservative systems, though incidence is low and this product carries no known complaints.
Scalp irritation from surfactant residue
Even sulfate-free shampoos can leave surfactant residue if rinsed inadequately, particularly in hard water. This is a usage issue rather than a formulation hazard, but relevant for sensitive scalps.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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